AUSTIN, Texas – Authorities are seeking assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an aggravated assault incident that occurred near downtown Austin in September.
According to the Austin Police Department, the event took place on September 28 at approximately 2:22 a.m. The suspect confronted the victim after a prior altercation at the Hilton hotel located at 411 East 5th Street.
In a surprising act of violence, the man approached the victim, brandished a firearm, and struck the individual in the face with the gun. Following the assault, he fled the scene, last seen heading east on 5th Street from Neches Street.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to reach out to the APD’s Aggravated Assault unit at 512-974-5245. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be offered for information leading to an arrest.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about public safety in urban areas, as law enforcement continues to address incidents of violence.
